

the salt path
★★★.5
starring: gillian anderson, Jason isaacs, hermione norris, and james lance
REVIEWER: papermoon
A couple lose their home and later discover the husband has been diagnosed with a terminal illness as they embark on a year long coastal trek.
The Salt Path is an incredibly moving story about the human capacity for endurance and love in the face of overwhelming adversity. It is a must-see for nature enthusiasts, hikers, or anyone who has ever sought contentment and solace in their ordinary life yet often found them out of reach.
Based on the bestselling memoir, The Salt Path follows a couple approaching retirement age who lose their home and, days later, discover that the husband has a terminal illness. With nothing left to anchor them, they embark on an impulsive, yearlong trek along England’s rugged coastline—not as seasoned adventurers, but as broken souls seeking refuge in the unknown.
Along the way, they encounter kindness in strangers, stunning landscapes, and the simple joys of nature. But the path is far from easy—they battle relentless weather, physical exhaustion, hunger, and the constant shadow of illness. Yet through it all, their love for each other and their connection to the wild, untamed nature, and their determination to put one foot in front of the other become their compass, guiding them toward an unexpected sense of purpose and peace.
With its honest dialogue, intimate emotional moments, and breathtaking drone-shot scenery, The Salt Path is a powerful tribute to human resilience. It’s a film for those who believe in the healing power of nature, the strength of the human spirit, and the extraordinary lengths we are capable of braving for love and hope.
With its honest dialogue, intimate emotional moments, and breathtaking drone-shot scenery, The Salt Path is a powerful tribute to human resilience.